McMillen
Senior Regulatory and Natural Resources Consultant
McMillen, Kirkland, Washington, United States, 98034
Senior Regulatory and Natural Resources Consultant
Design a career and build your future... Because it matters! McMillen, Inc is currently seeking a
Senior Regulatory and Natural Resources Consultant
to join our Hydropower Licensing and Natural Resources team. Primary responsibilities include supporting a team of regulatory experts, scientists, and engineers in preparing hydropower licensing, permitting, and compliance documents; consulting with agency and stakeholder groups; and supporting project management activities in accordance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requirements. Additional duties involve providing project support for hydropower licensing activities, organizing and coordinating complex documents, managing deliverables, and collaborating with clients, in-house project staff, and subcontractors. The preferred locations for this position are Seattle, Boise, or Portland, but remote or hybrid arrangements may be considered based on experience. Duties and Responsibilities: Collaborate effectively with a team of regulatory experts, environmental scientists, and engineers on water resources projects. Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, including authoring licensing documents, preparing meeting minutes, presentation materials, and supporting meetings. Identify project needs, take initiative, work independently, seek solutions, and implement recommendations. Manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment across multiple locations. Maintain attention to detail and high organization standards. Serve as project manager for regulatory, environmental, and permitting projects, and lead tasks on larger projects. Contribute to research and business development efforts for regulatory and natural resources teams and regional marketing. Build trust and confidence within the water resources team through high-quality work. Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in FERC hydropower licensing, permitting, or NEPA-related work; consulting experience preferred. Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Hydrology, Public/Environmental Policy, or related field. Background in natural resources (fisheries, water resources, terrestrial, etc.) preferred. Experience managing natural resource study programs. Technical writing, document management, and administrative skills required. Proficiency in MS Office; GIS experience is a plus. Compensation Package: Pay Range:
$105,000 - $135,000 annually Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) with match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, stock ownership opportunities, and wellness reimbursement. Who We Are:
McMillen, Inc. is a multidisciplinary engineering, environmental, and construction firm with a global presence. We deliver balanced, realistic solutions across water resources, energy, dams, infrastructure, fisheries, aquaculture, and restricted access markets. Our team supports projects from feasibility to startup, ensuring regulatory compliance and technical excellence. We value employees passionate about their work, committed to continuous learning, and seeking a fulfilling career. We foster innovation, work-life balance, and a collaborative environment. EEO:
McMillen, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. No recruiters, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Design a career and build your future... Because it matters! McMillen, Inc is currently seeking a
Senior Regulatory and Natural Resources Consultant
to join our Hydropower Licensing and Natural Resources team. Primary responsibilities include supporting a team of regulatory experts, scientists, and engineers in preparing hydropower licensing, permitting, and compliance documents; consulting with agency and stakeholder groups; and supporting project management activities in accordance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requirements. Additional duties involve providing project support for hydropower licensing activities, organizing and coordinating complex documents, managing deliverables, and collaborating with clients, in-house project staff, and subcontractors. The preferred locations for this position are Seattle, Boise, or Portland, but remote or hybrid arrangements may be considered based on experience. Duties and Responsibilities: Collaborate effectively with a team of regulatory experts, environmental scientists, and engineers on water resources projects. Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, including authoring licensing documents, preparing meeting minutes, presentation materials, and supporting meetings. Identify project needs, take initiative, work independently, seek solutions, and implement recommendations. Manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment across multiple locations. Maintain attention to detail and high organization standards. Serve as project manager for regulatory, environmental, and permitting projects, and lead tasks on larger projects. Contribute to research and business development efforts for regulatory and natural resources teams and regional marketing. Build trust and confidence within the water resources team through high-quality work. Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in FERC hydropower licensing, permitting, or NEPA-related work; consulting experience preferred. Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Hydrology, Public/Environmental Policy, or related field. Background in natural resources (fisheries, water resources, terrestrial, etc.) preferred. Experience managing natural resource study programs. Technical writing, document management, and administrative skills required. Proficiency in MS Office; GIS experience is a plus. Compensation Package: Pay Range:
$105,000 - $135,000 annually Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) with match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, stock ownership opportunities, and wellness reimbursement. Who We Are:
McMillen, Inc. is a multidisciplinary engineering, environmental, and construction firm with a global presence. We deliver balanced, realistic solutions across water resources, energy, dams, infrastructure, fisheries, aquaculture, and restricted access markets. Our team supports projects from feasibility to startup, ensuring regulatory compliance and technical excellence. We value employees passionate about their work, committed to continuous learning, and seeking a fulfilling career. We foster innovation, work-life balance, and a collaborative environment. EEO:
McMillen, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. No recruiters, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr